Complete Guide to Halloween Time at Disneyland 2026!
There’s something extra magical about walking down Main Street, U.S.A. and spotting a giant Mickey pumpkin grinning back at you. Every fall, the Disneyland Resort trades its usual sparkle for jack-o’-lanterns, villains, and spooky-but-sweet surprises, and it’s one of the easiest ways for Southern California families to celebrate the season.
Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort runs from August 21 through October 31, 2026, at both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park. Here’s our complete 2026 guide, including what’s new, what’s included with regular admission, the Oogie Boogie Bash party, costume rules, and tips for making the most of your visit.
Halloween Time at Disneyland 2026: Quick Facts
Dates: Friday, August 21 – Saturday, October 31, 2026
Where: Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park
Address: 1313 Disneyland Drive, Anaheim, CA 92802
Included with admission: Halloween decor, Haunted Mansion Holiday, ride overlays, shows, and characters
Separately ticketed: Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party (select nights)
Reservations: A valid ticket and theme park reservation are required
Disney’s Día de los Muertos celebration, Plaza de la Familia, runs a little longer, through November 2, 2026. Get the latest details on the official Halloween Time page.
What’s New for Halloween Time 2026
This year, Mickey, Minnie, and their friends are stepping out in brand-new Halloween outfits in orange, yellow, and black with playful harlequin patterns. Keep your camera ready, because these looks are new for 2026.
The Main Street Pumpkin Festival also has a Star Wars twist this year, with hand-carved pumpkins featuring characters like Chewbacca and the Millennium Falcon. Families can also pick up a map for Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit, a scavenger hunt that stretches across both parks and Downtown Disney District and ends with a keepsake prize. The map is sold separately.
What to See at Disneyland Park
Main Street Pumpkin Festival
Main Street, U.S.A. is lined with pumpkins, garlands, and fall decor, and the famous giant Mickey pumpkin in Town Square is a must for your family photo. Arrive early in the morning for the best shot before the crowds build.
Jack Skellington and the Nightmare Before Christmas crew take over the Haunted Mansion, which returned on August 21, 2026, with a newly designed gingerbread house. There’s no height requirement, but the dark, spooky scenes can be a bit much for very young or easily frightened kids. The overlay typically stays through the holiday season, so you can catch it again in winter.
Halloween Tree and Día de los Muertos Display
In Frontierland, the Halloween Tree is decorated in honor of Ray Bradbury’s classic story, and nearby Rancho del Zocalo features a colorful Día de los Muertos display with catrinas, calacas, and marigolds. Both are quick, lovely stops between rides.
Halloween Screams
After dark, the Halloween Screams nighttime spectacular brings Disney villains to life with projections, with fireworks on select nights. Check the park’s entertainment schedule in the Disneyland app for the fireworks dates during your visit.
Characters to Look For
Jack and Sally often greet guests in New Orleans Square, while Disney villains make appearances in Fantasyland. Character schedules change daily, so check the app when you arrive.
What to See at Disney California Adventure
Halloween Ride Overlays
Three favorites get a Halloween makeover: Guardians of the Galaxy – Monsters After Dark (starting in the late afternoon), Luigi’s Honkin’ Haul-O-Ween, and Mater’s Graveyard JamBOOree in Cars Land. Guardians is the most intense, while the Cars Land rides are sweet for little ones.
Mickey’s Trick and Treat
This daytime stage show is a fun, not-scary Halloween party with Mickey and friends, perfect for preschoolers who want the spirit of Halloween without the spooky stuff.
Plaza de la Familia
Celebrate Día de los Muertos with “The Storytellers of Plaza de la Familia Celebrate the Musical World of Coco!,” mariachi music at the Paradise Garden Bandstand, a marigold arch, and a memory wall. It’s a beautiful, meaningful way to share the holiday’s traditions with kids, and it runs through November 2.
Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party
Disney California Adventure Park
Select nights, August 18 – October 31, 2026
6–11 p.m. (party guests may enter the park at 3 p.m.)
Oogie Boogie Bash is Disney’s separately ticketed Halloween party, and it’s the only time guests 14 and older can wear costumes in the parks. Expect trick-or-treat trails with candy, the new “Madame Leota’s Swinging Wake – A Haunted Mansion Street Party,” Villains Grove on the Redwood Creek Challenge Trail, Headless Horseman scenes, and rarely seen characters in Halloween costumes.
Tickets start at $139, children 2 and under are free, and parking is not included. As of late September, Disney’s Oogie Boogie Bash page lists general admission tickets as sold out, so check back for any released dates.
Halloween Costume Rules at Disneyland
On regular park days, children 13 and under may wear costumes, but masks can’t cover the full face and must leave the eyes visible. Guests 14 and older may not wear costumes in the theme parks, except during Oogie Boogie Bash, which has its own rules.
For all ages, skip costumes that drag on the ground, include weapons, or are hard to move in. Review the full Disneyland park rules before you go. Still hunting for an idea? Browse our fun Halloween costumes for LA kids.
Halloween Food and Treats
Seasonal snacks are half the fun. Returning favorites include Oogie Boogie Lemonade at Smokejumpers Grill and Halloween pizza at Alien Pizza Planet, while Paradise Garden Grill serves Día de los Muertos-inspired dishes like a chilaquiles carnitas torta. New Halloween popcorn buckets and treats show up throughout the season, so check the Disneyland app for what’s available during your visit.
Tickets, Parking, and Deals
You’ll need a park ticket and a theme park reservation for your date, so reserve early, especially for October weekends. Buy tickets on the official Disneyland tickets page.
If you live in eligible Anaheim ZIP codes, the Anaheim Residents Special offers 1-day tickets as low as $71 for visits through October 8, 2026. Disney also offers up to 20% off select Disneyland Resort hotel stays of three or more nights from October 11 through December 18, 2026. See the official offers page for details.
Standard parking at the Mickey & Friends and Toy Story structures is $40 per day, according to Disney’s parking page.
Tips for Visiting Disneyland During Halloween Time
Weekdays in late August and September are usually calmer than October weekends. If you can, go early in the season for shorter lines and warmer evenings.
Plan your must-dos around the spooky factor. Haunted Mansion Holiday and Guardians of the Galaxy – Monsters After Dark can be intense for little ones, while Mickey’s Trick and Treat and the Cars Land overlays are great for preschoolers. Our guide to shorter lines at Disneyland has more strategies.
Finally, pack layers. Afternoons in Anaheim can be hot in September, but evenings cool off quickly in late October.
Takeaway
Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort is one of Southern California’s most festive fall traditions, and most of the magic is included with regular admission. In 2026, look for Mickey and friends’ new Halloween outfits, Star Wars pumpkins on Main Street, Haunted Mansion Holiday, three ride overlays, and Plaza de la Familia through November 2.
Reserve your park day early, check the costume rules, and plan around your kids’ comfort with spooky rides. For more seasonal fun, see our family-friendly Halloween events in Los Angeles, Halloween at LEGOLAND California, and the best LA neighborhoods for trick-or-treating.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. When is Halloween Time at Disneyland in 2026?
Halloween Time runs from August 21 through October 31, 2026, at Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park. Plaza de la Familia continues through November 2, 2026.
2. Is Halloween Time included with regular Disneyland admission?
Yes. Decorations, Haunted Mansion Holiday, the ride overlays, Mickey’s Trick and Treat, Halloween Screams, and Plaza de la Familia are all included with a park ticket and reservation. Oogie Boogie Bash requires a separate ticket.
3. Can kids wear costumes to Disneyland?
Children 13 and under can wear costumes on regular park days, as long as masks don’t cover the full face and the eyes stay visible. Guests 14 and older can only wear costumes during Oogie Boogie Bash.
4. How much are Oogie Boogie Bash tickets in 2026?
Tickets start at $139 per person, and children 2 and under are free. General admission tickets were listed as sold out on Disney’s official page as of late September 2026.
5. Is Haunted Mansion Holiday scary for young kids?
It’s more quirky than terrifying, but it’s a dark ride with ghostly scenes and loud moments. Many preschoolers enjoy it, while very sensitive kids may prefer Mickey’s Trick-or-Treat or the Cars Land overlays.
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